Author: MamatheFox

12
Oct
2015

Toysmith Review

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Toysmith Review

Who is Toysmith?

Toysmith was founded by Bill & Nancy Smith. They offer oodles of options and toy categorizes, which include: active play, science & discovery, arts & crafts, impulse & novelty toys, and nostalgic retro classics!

Toysmith’s philosophy: “maintaining a strong family work environment while offering the best selection and quality of products together with the highest standards of service to all our customers.” Toysmith Website

They carry toys for all ages. From childhood through adulthood, there will be items which are perfect for your family. They hope to challenge growing minds and imaginations thought their many fun and exciting products.

What Do They Sell?

Toysmith makes several lines of fun and timeless toys & games. From their timeless Retro Classics, to fun Gifts and Gizmo’s and Playground Classics, they are sure to carry toys to your personal liking. They are also the distributor to many fun and popular toy brands.

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Mama’s Experience

I was able to review one of the many lines which Toysmith features: Nightzone Light Up Sports!

NightZone is a newly vamped up line from Toysmith. It is packed with toys the small children all the way through adulthood can enjoy. Their sports balls are equip to light up with the simple switch of a button. This makes those late night parties, football games, fall get together’s and everyday play that much more exciting!

Each ball, disk or band has an easy to locate switch so that you can turn the toy on and off at your convenience. The switch is small enough so that you don’t have to worry about accidentally turning it off mid-play.

NightZone Footballs come in 3 colors: Red, Green and Blue. The retail price is $14.95 each.

NightZone Spoke Lights are great for any bicycle. For kids playing in their driveway at night to high schooler’s and adult cyclists, these light up spokes make biking more exciting. The retail price is $9.99.

NightZone Flashbands are my daughters favorite item. Unlike glow sticks which only last 1 night, these bands can be used over and over for an exciting light up party in your living room, while camping or at a slumber party. These are the perfect stocking stuffer for kids of all ages. The retail price is 4.99 for a pack (includes 2 bands).

NightZone Light Up Disc has 2 settings, a solid muli-color on option or a flashing lights option! The flashing lights are so much fun and create a cool effect at the disk sours through the sky. The switch is on the back of the disk in the very center, making it practically impossible to accidentally turn off while playing. This is a great item for late nights at the beach or at a fun bonfire. The disk retails for $11.99.

NightZone Sports Pack is my 1 year old sons favorite. This small balls are perfect for small children and toddlers. They can easily grip and toss them just like they see the big kids do. This set is a must have for parents looking to teach their children how to toss and catch a ball. With the size just right for small hands but weighed enough to teach real skills, you will fall in love with this set. The Sports Pack retails at $19.99.

You are now able to purchase Toysmith products on Amazon and at select: WalMart, Target, Fat Brain Toys & Learning Express stores. Please call your local store for stocking information or contact Toysmith directly and they can help you find the products nearest you (Email is: info at toysmith dot com)

Win it!

Now that you have seen how super cool these toys are you can have a chance to win some for yourself!

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(1) NightZone Football
(1) NightZone Light Up Disk
(1) NightZone Flashbanz

a value of $32!

Runs 11/15-11/30

12
Oct
2015

Crane Humidifiers Review

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Crane Humidifiers Review

Design For Better Living

Who is Crane?

Crane was founded in 2005 with the concept that “design is an attitude and the home is a personal expression of an individual’s lifestyle.” – Crane Website

Traditionally, when you think of an air purifiers, space heater or humidifiers you think of a plain old square boxy product. Whilst General Air Conditioning & Plumbing suggests using HVAC to condition the temperature of your home, using a humidifier too could create an optimum air environment in your home. Crane breaks out of this mold with their fun, colorful and sophisticated designs. They know that their products are going to be placed in your home and out where you can see them. Why not make it fun and exciting? Help improve the decor of the room, not hold it back. with the Design For Better Living motto they help improve your rooms and your quality of life.

What Do The Sell?

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Mama’s Experience

My 1.5 year old son is train crazy. I have found this is a very common obsession of little boys as I have found more and more train toys, TV programs and other items. When I found out the Crane sells a Train Cool Mist Humidifier I literally giggled! I was going to make my little boy very, very happy.

When you put anything in your child’s room you are constantly worried about safety and functionality. With Crane, being a leader in the field of humidifiers, I knew that I was putting a well researched and tested product in my child’s room.

I love that the water tank can easily be filled in most bathroom sinks. That the base has a feature to help prevent mold (this was an issue with my friend’s humidifier and she had to find the best Indoor Air Quality Testing Vallejo had to offer in order to determine where the source of the mold was coming from), and that it has an auto-off function for when the water runs out. Mold is a serious concern for me and I would the to have it in our home. I know that it can seriously affect your health and can even damage the structure of your home so I want to do everything I can to prevent it, otherwise, we may have to use a Mold Remediation Atlanta service to come in and remove any mold and mildew that has formed. There are so many positives to Crane humidifiers what I cannot think of any reason why someone would choose a different brand. The best part about the water tank is the handle for easy lift/removal. My past humidifiers I would loose my grip and occasionally drop, which would be such a bummer and sometimes really messy. With this tank’s handle I don’t worry about dropping it at all.

CRANE TRAIN COOL MIST HUMIDIFIER

Ultrasonic Cool Mist increases air moisture for easier breathing and a good night’s sleep
Relieves cough, cold, and flu symptoms, nasal congestion, dry cough, sinus irritation, nose bleeds, and dry skin and hair
Clean Control Antimicrobial Material in the Base is proven to help reduce mold and bacteria growth up to 99.96%*
Removable 1 gallon tank easily fits under most bathroom sinks
Runs whisper quiet up to 24 hours
Auto-Off function activates when water tank is empty
More energy efficient than a household light bulb – up to 45W
Does not require a filter
1 year manufacturer’s warranty

This humidifier can take a replaceable cartridge that helps extend the life of the unit by filtering the water and eliminated dust. Be sure to change the filter every month or two.

With the 2015 holiday season quickly approaching, this is the perfect gift for anyone on your list. With designs for children and adults there will be a perfect product for at least one person on your list.

12
Oct
2015

I See Me! 2015 Holiday Gift Guide

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I See Me! 2015 Holiday Gift Guide

About I See Me!

I See Me! provides the highest quality, most personalized children’s books available. I See Me! was started by founder Maia Haag and her husband Allan after they received a personalized book as a gift for their first son in 1998. While they loved that it was personalized, they thought that the illustrations could have been much better and the story more customized to the child. Thus I See Me! was born.

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Their goal was to produce an educational book that would teach young children how to recognize letters and spell their names.

With the 2015 Holiday Season approaching we all need ideas for what to get the children in our life. Books are timeless. They are the most cherished thing in our house. We make point to read several books everyday to our children. The gift of knowledge and confidence through books is priceless. When a child received a book with their very own name inside, there is a special moment in their minds that releases pure joy. To know they are the lead character. They are special. They can do amazing things.

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Gift Ideas of 2015

God Loves You!

The celebration of Christmas is, above all else, the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth. His arrival on earth to save man from our sins, is the main objective I teach my children every holiday season. This Christmas I will be giving my 3 year old daughter a copy of “God Loves Dorothy” to her.

In this book you you can tell your child just how much God loves them with a beautifully illustrated book. The reason God came to earth was to show us how much He loves us, and this book, as a Christmas gift is the best possible gift to give. I have been suggesting it to all my friends as a perfect Christmas gift for small children this year. Each page has bold and lovely pictures of all of God’s creations. This is the perfect gift for any young child in your life.

My Very Merry Christmas!

My son, Max, will be receiving this special personalized book this Christmas. The book uses beautiful primary colors, perfect for young children. By showing him his name inside the book I know he will get excited. When he hears his name on TV and in movies his little ears perk up and listen closer. By having his name inside a book I will be able to keep his attention and tell him a fun and simple Christmas book.

In each book that I See Me! creates you can personalize by name and typically include a special messages. The special message could be as simple as I love you, Mom & Dad, or more specific. Some books also allow for a photo of your child to be used! This is a feature which the God Loves Me book offers. My daughter is going to shout with joy when she see’s her very own picture inside of her own book. I cannot express enough how awesome these books truly are.

Don’t forget all the other fun stuff I See Me! also carries:

Lunchboxes / Puzzles /Coloring Books/ Placemats / Stickers and Growth Charts!

12
Oct
2015

Beanfield Chips Review

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Beanfield Chips Review

Who is Beanfield Snacks?

Beanfield Snacks is a family driven company. They started with the vision to help change the way American’s eat. Their primary goal is to help improve the global food supply by creating delicious, plant based, Non-GMO snacks, with beans as the primary ingredient.

Enjoy 6 grams of fiber, 5 grams of protein, and 4.5 grams of fat in every serving

Beans and the Environment

“Beanfields, uses as many recycled products as possible and we recycle in our office. All of our suppliers have similar programs. However, the biggest thing we do for the environment is using beans as our main ingredient! Here are a few tidbits from the sustainability story of beans:

As you can see from this chart (source – American Pulse Association), beans (also called pulses) are by far the most water-efficient source of protein available. And they are also far below the 110 gallons of water needed to grow a pound of corn (source – The Water Footprint Network).
Growing beans also uses far less fertilizer than other crops. Beans produce their own nitrogen, using sunlight to power the conversion of the nitrogen in the air into a form plants can use. As a result of these and other benefits, bean crop production lowers agriculture’s greenhouse gas emissions. Beans require half the total energy inputs of other protein-producing crops! (source – American Pulse Association)” – Beanfield Snacks Website

Beans are the ONLY food that the USDA lists in two different nutrition categories (protein & vegetable)
Beanfields has contributed chips to local nonprofits and community groups all over the US and Canada
All of Beanfields Bean and Rice snacks are vegan, not by accident, but on purpose. Even our Nacho and our Ranch chips do not contain dairy as an ingredient and are perfect for vegan diets.

What Do They Sell?

Why Beanfields Snacks Bean & Rice Chips?

200% more fiber* (6g)
150% more protein* (5g)
36%-44% less fat* (4.5g)
Made in a nut free facility
Contains no major food allergen ingredients
No corn ingredients

* Compared to the leading, comparably flavored corn tortilla chips

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Mama’s Experience

I have never been a huge chip person. I mean, don’t get me wrong. I like to occasionally indulge at parties or events. I just never bought them (this makes my kids and husband very sad). I really like a nice salty crunchy but found it in other ways. I was excited to try Beanfields Snacks chips for a few reasons.

They are better, way way better for you than regular chips (one of the main reasons I don’t buy regular chips).
They have veggies (beans) in them. If I can sneak a vegetable in my kids belly, I will jump on it!
They are a NON-GMO product.

I love salt, so I wanted to the Sea Salt flavor first. MAN! They are so good! I was shocked really. I got the salty crunchy that I desire from a chip but not the guilt or greasy hands that previously followed the chips. They are not heavy on the salt. Its a light salt. My 3 year old wouldn’t eat them, and I think it was because when she has had chips, they are covered in salt. That is what she expects now in a chip. I then offered her a barbecue flavor. She liked those way better. They too have a light flavor. Not over powering at all. You are still able to taste the natural yumminess of the bean and rice. There are so fun to eat. Each flavor is just as good. They really hold true to their flavor and are not greasy like potato based chips.

Each bag had a unique taste and satisfying flavor that made it excited for my kids. They are so excited that now they get to eat them! I love that I can allow them a handful here and there and not worry about their little bellies being filled with empty carbohydrates. Now they can enjoy chips that are good for them (and don’t leave my walls all shiny with greasy hands). Thank you Beanfields Snacks!

What the husband (chip eater) had to say:

Salted – Good. Nice flavor. Good for dipping.
Barbecue – Excellent. Very nice BBQ flavor.
UnSalted – Not his favorite. Good for dipping.
Ranch – Least favorite. Not a deep ranch flavor other corn chips provide. Could use more flavoring.
Pico De Gallo – Favorite! Best chip they make. Spicy. Slammed 1/2 a bag in 1 sitting. Loves this chip!
Nacho – Good but not what he expected based on other nacho flavored chips. Expected artificial, but this was more of a real cheese flavor.
Salt & Pepper – Decent snacking chip. Not too flavorful but not too plain.

Where to Buy

You can buy all of the flavors Beanfields Snacks has to offer here at their website.

To use their store located to find a local brick and mortar local to get your hands on these super chips – click here.

Win Your Own

Now that you are drooling over these totally awesome chips, you have a chance to win a full case of Beanfields Snack Chips!

Click here to enter to win a case of Beanfields Snacks Rice & Bean Chips

Runs 10/15/15-10/31/15 – US only

10
Oct
2015

Buildex Super Scoot Ride On Review

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Buildex Super Scoot Ride On Review

Who is Buildex

Buildex was created with future engineers in mind. These toys are made to be put together without any outside tools. The toys are put together using only the pieces provided and no outside items are required. By engaging your kids mind you help them develope problem solving skills, creative thinking and build self esteem. All of their toys are wooden and they only use non-toxic water paints to highlight the beauty of the wood while also keeping your family safe.

The Super Scoot Ride On Bike

Small, self scoot bikes are very hot right now. I have seen them popping up in my Facebook feeds, at the local toy stores, even on TV shows. I never paid too much attention to them until now. My son is a year and a half and is in total transportation obsession mode. He wants to constantly play with anything with wheels. I love the Buildex Super Scoot for several reasons:

It was super simple to put together (like easy enough to do myself while watching my 1.5 and 3 yr old play outside)
It is made with beautiful wood, keeping a natural, earthy look
The paint is assured to be non-toxic and water based
It is easy for my children to use

Some of the features of this bike include:

GridLock™ Building System – their patented GridLock™ construction system creates a one of a kind experience, they assemble safely and securely with no need for tools!

Real Suspension – The Grid-Lock™ system creates natural suspension which, in combination with functional steering, make for great challenge, learning and fun!

Safe™-Lock Building System – This new generation of toys encourages children to develop three dimensional thinking and an appreciation for construction, movement and design.

My favorite feature is the Safe-Lock. In order to get the piece attached to one another, they use a pull and snap feature which allows you to smoothly get the pieces together without a screw and screwdriver. When I saw this feature in real life I was amazed at how different and simple the concept was.

My son has a great time playing with his bike. He is too young to really get the concept of bicycle pedals. The coordination involved in petal bike is something he is still developing. Kids bike size is very important. This bike allows him to play bikes with his big sister in a way that he is able to control. This bike really builds confidence in young toddlers. Helping them build the base skills which will help him be able to ride a petal bike later in life.

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Now that you see how great the Buildex Super Scoot Ride On Bike is…you can try to win one for yourself!

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Open to US & Canada – Runs 10/14-10/31

09
Oct
2015

$50 Gift Card to Sivana Spirit OPP

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One winner will receive a $50 Gift Card to use on www.sivanaspirit.com
You will get 2 free links for participating in this giveaway. Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest and one extra link if you choose to post the Announcement post

Cohost for $5 for five more links (that’s eight in total). Can include pretty much anything except for Google+.

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09
Oct
2015

Bunnies By The Bay Review

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Bunnies By The Bay Review

About Bunnies By The Bay

Bunnies By The Bay is a division of Kids Preferred

Kids Preferred’s Mission

Kids Preferred is dedicated to creating superior quality, innovative soft toys and gifts for children of all ages using unique, playful designs that help instill a love of learning and create everlasting childhood memories.

Bunnies By The Bay was founded in 1986. Where were some tragic events that unexpectedly happened to one family which lead them on a journey from tragic loss to hopeful healing, which brought Bunnies By The Bay to life.

Red Thread Collection

Each time you purchase from our Red Thread collection, Bunnies By The Bay donates a portion of the proceeds from that sale to help support Half The Sky Foundation.

“We provide individual nurture and stimulation for babies, innovative preschools that encourage an early love of learning, personalized learning opportunities for older children, and loving – and most important, permanent – foster homes for children whose special needs will keep them from being adopted.” – HalfTheSky.org

To view the items which are part of the Red Thread Collection, please click here.

What Do They Sell?

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Mama’s Experience

Stinkin Cute Bunsuit

This is a onesie but made to look like a tee shirt. I love how versatile it is and how it can go with so many different bottoms. Jeans, dress slacks, khakis, or solid colors. I do think they run large. My son is 18 months and can fit in the 6-12 month onesie. My son is crazy tiny and wears 9 month pants, but he typically wears a 12 month top.

I have washed and dried this outfit several times and it still looks new! I am so pleased that no pilling or wear is noticeable after a wash. I washed on warm with like colors and dried on mixed/cotton medium heat in the dryer. No shrinkage either, which is so important in clothing.

This onesie is available here for $35!

Pretty Friends Shirt and Pants

This Pretty Friends outfit is everyone a little girl would want to wear. Its pink, light blue and cozy! With tiny messages like ‘listen’, ‘be polite’ & ‘care’, it spreads the message the being pretty on the inside is what really matters. The pants are a light pink and really go with every outfit. They are a smooth soft pink that works with any pastel or dark primary top. With a light ruffle at the bottom of the legs to give it that extra feminine touch.

08
Oct
2015

Natural New Year Giveaway Hop

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We would love to have you join The Anti-June Cleaver, Our Piece of Earth, and Mama the Fox for the first annual Natural New Year Giveaway Hop. This is a natural/eco-friendly giveaway hop event to help people start 2016 in a healthy way for themselves and our planet. This theme could fit many blog categories from eco-friendly bloggers to fashion bloggers. If it’s made of a natural material or helps people live a more eco-conscious life then this hop is for you!

This hop is free to enter with a minimum prize value of $25.

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08
Oct
2015

A Touch of Dazzle Review

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A Touch of Dazzle Review

What is A Touch of Dazzle

Touch of Dazzle is a new jewelry company that specializes in hip new jeweler for children and women alike. Owner and created, Goldie, has been a fine artist for years. Working with the arts, the ability to create and mix colors, patterns and designs was a natural and organic ability. Goldie naturally started working with jewelry and things took off. Now she is making new designs all the time to keep up with each holiday and season. As a mother of 5 girls, little girl jewelry was an obvious choice. Having a 3 year old daughter who is currently obsessed with jewelry, I knew that Touch of Dazzle was going to be a great company.

What Do They Sell

Check out A Touch of Dazzle on Amazon. Available with Prime Amazon!

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Mama’s Experience

My first impression with A Touch of Dazzle was with their communication. I was so happy to get timely responses to my questions. They are kind, professional and very helpful. This is a key factor in where I purchase anything. If service and ownership is not strong then I typically take my business elsewhere.

I Love You To The Moon & Back – Floating Charm Locket Necklace

When I received my necklace I was instantly impressed with the packaging. It arrived in a beautiful blue box with a ribbon. It was packaged as a present and it made is 100% more special to receive. If you need a gift in a pinch for a friend or family member, you can knowingly order a gift from A Touch of Dazzle, have it sent directly to them, and not worry about gift wrapping it first.

The necklace I review was the Over The Moon style, and it is so pretty. The piece itself is tightly sealed, so when my 1 yr old may play or tug on it, I do not worry about the tiny pieces falling out. However, it is easy to open as an adult with developed motor skills 😉 If I wanted to add or remove stones, gems and pieces inside the locket, I am fully able to do so. The chain to the necklace it not flimsy, which any mother can appreciate. I hate getting a new necklace and my toddler can rip it in half instantly. That’s why I have to make sure all my jewellery, especially my prized John Atencio jewellery locked away and safe! I guess this lovely new necklace will have to join that club! Not that I suggest letting a child play with your necklace, but I know things like that happen without warning. I prefer a more smooth chain though, and this one is a big for texture which bothered my neck at times. Its a quality chain, I am not saying its a low quality by any means, I just personally prefer a smooth chain on my neck.

14K Gold Plated Kids Bracelet

This bracelet came in a small box, so I was instantly pleased that it truly was a children’s bracelet. So many times I get huge bracelets that are more for adults than for children when shopping for my 3 year old. I was so impressed by the high quality of this bracelet. It is something you would find in a large department store or even specialty jewelry store. The gold shines like the sun and is so smooth to the touch.

This bracelet features a safety clasp with is truly the best concept. My daughter is only 3 years old but that is small enough so that it cannot slide off her wrist, but large enough that I would bet it could fit an average child ages 3-8 without a problem. The safety clasp is the same as you would find on a luxury piece of jewelry from a designer. It is too difficult/complicated for my daughter to figure out, which mean she cannot take it off and loose it! I am SO happy about this.

I cannot say enough positive things about this bracelet. I honestly think it should be in every little girls stocking this Christmas.

07
Oct
2015

Unforgettaballs Review

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Unforgettaballs Review

What is Unforgettaballs?

One day, 20 years ago, Emily Wolfson, took an average white baseball and painted an American Flag on it as a gift to her husband. Once they saw the final result they knew that they had something here. An American classic, the baseball, made to be a unique and one-of-a-kind piece of art. Emily at that time was an architect and drawing in fine detail was a skill her mastered but also loved. Over the years Emily has made old and new ballparks, city landscapes, and family occasions for all types of baseball collectors.

What Do They Sell?

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Mama’s Experience

When I first heard of Unforgettaballs I thought it was one of the coolest concepts I have heard of. You could get your favorite baseballs teams stadium painted onto a baseball. A one-of-a-kind creation. Then I saw the prices! They are very reasonably priced. The average baseball enthusiast can have a collection of these on their shelf. Its such a fun collectible that I could see buying these as gifts for the sports enthusiast in your life. Birthdays, Fathers Day, Mothers Day, Sweetest Day, Christmas…you get the idea. All you need now is a baseball bat to get with it…after all, you can’t play baseball without the bat! You can take a look at these leading bbcor baseball bats if you’re having trouble finding some.

The ball arrives in its own, beautiful and classic Unforgettaballs box. The design is slightly raised, just as the stitching in a true baseball. Super impressive packaging. You know a real treat is going to be inside.

Inside the box your baseball is delivered in a clear, durable plastic collectors box. This allows the ball to arrive in perfect condition. As I mentioned above, each ball is hand painted. To ensure that the paint doesn’t rub off during transit the ball has a small amount of bubble wrap inside the plastic case with the ball. I thought that was a very thoughtful addition to the packaging.

When you touch the ball itself you instantly can feel the texture of the paint. This just made me truly appreciate the high quality and personalized touch that each Unforgettaballs ball has.

Whether you have a die-hard baseball fan in your family, a sports enthusiast, the hard to shop for person on your holiday list, I sincerely think you should get an Unforgettaball for them, you will not regret it.